Addressing the Computing Degree Confusion
In higher education institutions offering computing programs, incoming freshmen frequently struggle to distinguish between Information Technology (BSIT) and Information Systems (BSIS). Mismatched program selection often leads to academic friction, delayed graduations, and career course shifts.
PathFinder bridges this information gap by synthesizing the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Memorandum Order No. 25, Series of 2015 with industry career demand standards from TESDA and O*NET to provide clear, diagnostic pathway guidance.
Technology vs. Enterprise Systems
Helping students understand whether their natural problem-solving orientation fits technical infrastructure and software, or enterprise business processes and analytics.
Mission
To provide prospective and enrolled college students with a reliable, research-grounded decision support tool that clarifies the distinction between BSIT and BSIS curriculums and career trajectories.
Vision
To foster higher student satisfaction, reduce program shift rates, and prepare graduates for targeted employment within software, systems administration, and enterprise technology sectors.
Curricular Framework & References
CHED CMO No. 25, S. 2015
Curriculum GuidelinesRevised policies, standards, and guidelines for Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Information Systems.
TESDA Skills Framework
Technical QualificationsPhilippine Skills Framework for Software Development, Database Administration, and Network Security.
O*NET & DOLE Standards
Occupational TaxonomyStandard job roles, required technical skills, and compensation indicators across the Philippine and global tech markets.